Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors Howells Solicitors are one of the most admired law firms in South Yorkshire. Howells has more than 40 years’ experience of providing high quality legal advice.

With offices at Sheffield Bridge Street, Rotherham Ship Hill and Barnsley Regent Street, we provide expert legal services for you and your family. We provide the same high quality service to both publicly funded and private paying clients, so you can be confident that you’ll always get personal attention, expert advice and a top quality service from our professional legal advisers.

Worried about contacting a solicitor? You’re not alone. For a lot of people, picking up the phone can feel intimidating…...
03/06/2026

Worried about contacting a solicitor? You’re not alone. For a lot of people, picking up the phone can feel intimidating… and that fear sometimes stops them from getting the help they need. But it doesn’t have to be that way. As this review shows, our team — including Louise Ellis — are professional, but straight-talking. We speak in plain English and make sure you fully understand what’s going on every step of the way:
❌ No confusing jargon
❌ No unnecessary complications
✔️ Just clear, honest advice from people who genuinely care
We’re not here to overwhelm you — we’re here to support you.
👏 Well done to Louise Ellis on this fantastic 5-star review from a family law client on ReviewSolicitors

It’s only simple until something goes wrong Probate can look simple at first —but issues often appear later and mistakes...
29/05/2026

It’s only simple until something goes wrong
Probate can look simple at first —but issues often appear later and mistakes are costly. Doing it yourself can sometimes cost more than getting it right the first time. That's where a probate solicitor can make the process easier.

- Overpaying inheritance tax
- Underpaying and getting fines
- Valuation issues
- Probate registry queries
- Distributing assets too early
- Statutory notices

These are all common issues when it comes to dealing with probate yourself. Errors can delay probate for months. Avoid rejections and delays with a probate solicitor. Find out more in our advice article 🔗 https://buff.ly/zNpMBDw

Thank You for Your Kind WordsWe’ve recently received some fantastic feedback on ReviewSolicitors, and we couldn’t be mor...
26/05/2026

Thank You for Your Kind Words
We’ve recently received some fantastic feedback on ReviewSolicitors, and we couldn’t be more grateful.
At Howells, we know that choosing the right solicitor isn’t always easy – which is why it means so much to hear directly from our clients about their experiences. Find all of our reviews on our Review Solicitor profile https://www.reviewsolicitors.co.uk/south-yorkshire/sheffield/howells-solicitors

We’re so pleased to hear how Sofiah Younis supported this client through their house purchase — keeping everything clear...
18/05/2026

We’re so pleased to hear how Sofiah Younis supported this client through their house purchase — keeping everything clear, straightforward, and on track from start to finish. Buying a home can feel overwhelming, so it’s great to know Sofiah's expertise helped make the process feel manageable. Well done Sofiah and thank you to this client for taking the time to share their experience

We’re incredibly proud to have reached 1,500 client reviews on ReviewSolicitors A huge thank you to everyone who has tak...
13/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to have reached 1,500 client reviews on ReviewSolicitors
A huge thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share their experience — your feedback means so much to our team and helps us continue delivering the care and support our clients deserve. We’re especially proud to be consistently rated highly across key areas like communication, approachability, and legal knowledge.
💬 If you’ve worked with us recently, we’d love to hear from you — your review really does make a difference. Find all of our reviews here: https://buff.ly/QCJOrpA

📢 We’re hiring – Conveyancing Paralegal (Barnsley)We’re looking for a Conveyancing Paralegal to join our busy and friend...
12/05/2026

📢 We’re hiring – Conveyancing Paralegal (Barnsley)
We’re looking for a Conveyancing Paralegal to join our busy and friendly team at Howells Solicitors in Barnsley. If you’ve got experience working in conveyancing, enjoy helping clients, and want to be part of a supportive firm that values work–life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Interested? Click the link to find out more and apply today.
🔗 https://buff.ly/8Eofchc

New Legal Aid Category Announced Ahead of Hillsborough Law - The government has announced major proposals to expand acce...
11/05/2026

New Legal Aid Category Announced Ahead of Hillsborough Law - The government has announced major proposals to expand access to legal aid at inquests, preparing for a significant rise in cases once the Hillsborough Law comes into force.
📅 The consultation closes 19 June 2026, with the Hillsborough Law expected to be approved later this year.
🔗 Read our full article written by Jenna Kisala here: https://buff.ly/OpPmCzQ

We’re happy to share that Ann Ridge, based in our Barnsley office, has successfully passed her Criminal Litigation Pract...
07/05/2026

We’re happy to share that Ann Ridge, based in our Barnsley office, has successfully passed her Criminal Litigation Practice Rights Application, authorised by CILEX.
This follows a rigorous portfolio review and independent assessment, confirming Ann’s competence to conduct criminal litigation independently. It’s a fantastic achievement and one that further strengthens our criminal defence team. Well done, Ann!

A huge well done to Elizabeth for the care, reassurance and outstanding client support she continues to provide for fami...
06/05/2026

A huge well done to Elizabeth for the care, reassurance and outstanding client support she continues to provide for families going through the difficult inquest process. Elizabeth Walton is known for guiding families through the inquest process with clarity, calm and genuine compassion. At a time that can feel overwhelming, she makes sure clients feel supported, reassured and never left in the dark about what happens next. Find out how Elizabeth can support you through the inquest process: https://buff.ly/U2KuWME

03/05/2026

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